Etihad Airways introduces Boeing 787 on Seoul Incheon service

Etihad Airways has introduced the Boeing 787-9 on its scheduled daily service from Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to Seoul. The aircraft touched down this morning at the South Korean capital’s space-age Incheon International Airport.

The new two-class 787 Dreamliner service replaces
the Airbus A340-600 aircraft previously operated on the route, and features
Etihad Airways’ next-generation Business and Economy Class cabins, configured with
299 seats - 28 Business Studios and 271 Economy Smart Seats.

Mohammad Al Bulooki, Etihad
Airways Executive Vice President Commercial, said: “Seoul has been a very
successful and popular route for Etihad Airways since it was launched in
December 2010 and we are fast approaching our one millionth traveller milestone
on the service.

“There
has been a steady increase in the number of business and leisure travellers
flying to South Korea from Abu Dhabi and the GCC region, and vice versa. The
UAE government’s initiatives to develop the already strong trade ties between
our two countries has allowed many Korean companies to operate successfully
here, contributing to the success of Etihad Airways’ Seoul Incheon service. Furthermore,
many of our customers on the route transit onwards through Abu Dhabi to major
destinations on the Etihad network across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

“The
addition of more 787 Dreamliners into our fleet has allowed us to upgrade the
Seoul service so our customers can enjoy the unique Etihad experience available
on this incredible aircraft, and ensuring that we maintain the competitive edge
with the innovative cabin and seating designs featured onboard.”

Etihad Airways’ modern fleet of 16 Boeing 787
aircraft feature innovative, award-winning cabin designs and products,
complemented by the airline’s acclaimed service and hospitality offering. Seoul
flights include Food and Beverage Managers in Business Class and a Norland
approved Flying Nanny in Economy Class to provide extra specialised care for families
with young children.

The
Business Studios offer direct aisle access, a fully-flat bed of up to 80.5
inches in length, and an increase of 20 per cent in personal space. Upholstered
in fine Poltrona Frau Leather, the Business Studio is equipped with an in-seat
massage and pneumatic cushion control system which enables guests to adjust the
firmness and comfort of their seat.

Each Business Studio has an 18-inch personal
touch-screen TV with noise-cancelling headsets. Guests can also enjoy mobile
connectivity, onboard Wi-Fi and seven satellite channels of live TV.

Economy Smart Seats provide enhanced comfort
with a unique ‘fixed wing’ headrest, adjustable lumbar support, a seat width of
approximately 19 inches and an 11.1” personal TV monitor on each seat. The
aircraft has been designed with enhancements including humidity controls while
air pressure levels are set to ensure a smoother flight, allowing guests to
arrive feeling fresher.

The airline’s Boeing
787 fleet is equipped with the latest inflight entertainment system featuring
over 750 hours of movies and programmes, as
well as hundreds of music choices and a selection of games for both adults and
children.